Missouri football vs. LSU live updates and score: Can MU win big at Faurot Field?

Missouri has the opportunity to earn a second notable win over a ranked LSU team in the 2023 season, potentially propelling them into consideration for a New Year's Six Bowl. To do so, they may have to win a shootout against a struggling LSU team looking to prove themselves.

In the autumn of 2020, the University of Missouri's football team, led by head coach Eli Drinkwitz, achieved a significant victory by stopping the defending national champion LSU Tigers at the one-yard line. Now, three seasons later, Drinkwitz and his team have the opportunity to secure another notable win over a ranked LSU team in Columbia.

This upcoming game against LSU carries even more weight as it could potentially become the second signature win for the Missouri Tigers in the 2023 season. The LSU Tigers, once considered contenders for the College Football Playoff, currently hold a 3-2 record after a high-scoring defeat against Ole Miss. They now hope to regain their footing and position themselves for a New Year's Six Bowl.

For Missouri, a victory against LSU would solidify their breakout season and elevate them to a higher level of consideration. To achieve this, the Tigers may need to engage in a high-scoring shootout with their opponents. LSU's offense demonstrated their prowess by scoring 49 points against Ole Miss, with quarterback Jayden Daniels showcasing his versatility by throwing for over 400 yards and rushing for over 100 yards, resulting in five total touchdowns.

However, LSU's defense struggled, allowing a staggering 706 total yards to Ole Miss. In the final moments of the game, Ole Miss managed to deflect Daniels' last-gasp pass, securing the win as time expired. This unexpected loss has diminished LSU's standing as a top contender this season.

Now, LSU enters the game against Missouri with nothing to lose and everything to prove, mirroring the mindset that Missouri has adopted this season with their "Something To Prove" mantra. Missouri has already proven themselves as one of the stronger teams in the SEC, but they still have seven games ahead of them to further solidify their position.

As the two teams face off, Missouri finds themselves in a position where they must demonstrate that their determination and desire outweigh the talent of their opponents. The outcome of this game will not only impact the current season but also shape the perception of both teams moving forward.

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